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Mrs. Dory from Miami, FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm Corner Cove: Where Kids Unwind and Relax

Help me give my students calming supplies for kids serve as tools to create a soothing environment, promote self-regulation, and support emotional well-being. They can be particularly beneficial for children who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, sensory processing issues.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The goal of a calming space for kids is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can regulate their emotions, reduce stress and anxiety, and cultivate a sense of inner peace and well-being. The space I am designing with the purchase of these supplies offers sensory stimulation, relaxation techniques, and coping strategies that help children manage overwhelming feelings and restore a sense of balance.

A calming space for kids is to empower children with the skills and resources they need to manage stress and navigate the ups and downs of life with confidence and resilience.

By offering a dedicated space for relaxation and emotional support, these spaces play a crucial role in promoting the overall well-being of children and fostering a positive school or home environment.

Teaching children coping skills and relaxation techniques that they can use independently to manage stress and anxiety. Helping children identify and cope with their emotions in a healthy way, learning to recognize when they need a break and how to calm themselves down. Encouraging children to use constructive outlets for their emotions, such as drawing, journaling, or engaging in sensory activities, rather than resorting to negative behaviors. Fostering a sense of inner strength and resilience by providing children with tools and resources to navigate challenges and bounce back from setbacks.

Mrs. Dory Vineland K-8 Center Grades 3-5

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Miami, FL View local requests 700 students impacted 13donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Alpine Corporation MLT100 Mirror Waterfall Fountain with Stones and Light, 72", Bronze • Amazon Business $462.76 1 $462.76
School Counseling and Social Work Homework Planner (W/ Download) • Amazon Business $54.37 1 $54.37
SICCOO Giftable Jellyfish Lamp,White Noise Nightly Mood Light Aquarium,Electric Jellyfish Lava Lamp for Home Decor Kids Gift Men Women Friends Family Cool Christmas Holiday Birthday Party Be (Black) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
The School Counseling and School Social Work Treatment Planner, with DSM-5 Updates, 2nd Edition (PracticePlanners) • Amazon Business $46.49 1 $46.49
Ninja Life Hacks Flippable Toy CBT Book Box Gift Set (Angry Ninja + Positive Ninja, Nervous + Calm Ninja, Anxious + Brave Ninja, Thinking + Impulsive Ninja) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Ninja Life Hacks Decision Making Box Set (Books 57-64: Hard-working Ninja, Disappointed Ninja, Integrity Ninja, Investor Ninja, Problem Solving Ninja, eNinja, Caring Ninja, Curious Ninja) • Amazon Business $34.66 1 $34.66
SYNARRY Wooden Vehicle Puzzles for Kids Ages 4-6, 6 Packs 60 PCs Jigsaw Puzzles Preschool Educational Toys Gifts for Children Ages 4-8, Kids Puzzles for 4+ Year Olds Boys Girls, Wood Puzzles Ages 3-10 • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Large Small Lazy Sofas Cover Chairs Without Filler Linen Cloth Lounger Seat Bean Bag Pouf Puff Couch Tatami Living Room Beanbags (Black, 100x120cm) • Amazon Business $25.80 1 $25.80
The School Counseling and School Social Work Treatment Planner (Practice Planners) • Amazon Business $25.29 1 $25.29
BRIGHTWORLD Moon Lamp Galaxy Lamp 5.9 inch 16 Colors LED 3D Moon Light, Remote & Touch Control Moon Night Light Gifts for Girls Boys Kids Women Birthday • Amazon Business $24.21 1 $24.21
Der Rose 6pcs Mini Fake Plants Artificial Potted Plants Desk Plants for Home Office Farmhouse Bathroom Bedroom Decor • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
caqpo Artificial Succulents - 15 Pack - Premium Unpotted Artificial and Realistic Textured Fake Succulent Plants for DIY - Faux Cactus Plant Bulk - Feaux Succulent Plants • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
The SEL Toolbox: Social-Emotional Learning Activities to Teach Kids to Generalize Learned Skills to Real-Life Situations • Amazon Business $22.92 1 $22.92
Large Small Lazy Sofas Cover Chairs Without Filler Linen Cloth Lounger Seat Bean Bag Pouf Puff Couch Tatami Living Room Beanbags (Black, 85x105cm) • Amazon Business $22.80 1 $22.80
Znzd Self Care Check in Mental Health Inspirational Quotes Pillow Case,Decorate Home Bedroom Therapy Office Counseling Office Classroom,Teen Girls Boys Gifts,18x18 Inch Throw Pillow Covers Set of 4 • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Alwayspon 30Pcs Peel&Stick Hexagon Non-Slip Marble Effect Vinyl Floor Sticker, 7.9x9.1 Self-Adhesive Wallpaper Wall Sticker for Living Room Kitchen Bathroom Home Decor, Green&Yellow • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
National School Counselor Week You Matter Counseling Teacher T-Shirt • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
happy first day of school teacher Funny back to school girls T-Shirt • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Trabuono Mothers Day Friends Gifts for Women, Mothers Day Decoration Dream Catcher with Heart Pendant Birthday Friendship Gift for Best Female Friends, BFF, Soul Sister, Bestie, Boho Room Wall Decor • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Artificial Succulents in Pots, Mini Succulents Plants Artificial Plants for Home Decor, Faux Plants Indoor Fake Plants for Home Office Desk Plants Decor, Set of 3 • Amazon Business $17.00 1 $17.00
Mingfuxin Artificial Succulents Plants, Mini Assorted Green Fake Plants in Pots, Small Succulents Plants Artificial with Wood Potted for Bathroom Home Office Living Room Table Decor Indoor, Set of 3 • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
15-Minute Counseling Techniques that Work: What You Didn't Learn in Grad School (15-Minute Focus) • Amazon Business $15.87 1 $15.87
Large Small Lazy Sofas Cover Chairs Without Filler Linen Cloth Lounger Seat Bean Bag Pouf Puff Couch Tatami Living Room Beanbags (Black, 70x80cm) • Amazon Business $15.80 1 $15.80
Zinsser 286258 Bulls Eye 1-2-3 All Surface Primer, Quart, Gray • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Ninja Life Hacks: Let's Talk Conversation Cards: (Children's Daily Activities Books, Children's Card Games Books, Children's Self-Esteem Books, Social Skills Activities for Kids) • Amazon Business $12.88 1 $12.88
hand2mind PAWZ The Calming Pup, Learn Deep Breathing, Rechargeable Animal Night Light, Kids Anxiety Relief, Mindfulness for Kids, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Social Emotional Learning Activities • Amazon Business $12.11 1 $12.11
Art Therapy Activities for Kids: 75 Evidence-Based Art Projects to Improve Behavior, Build Social Skills, and Boost Emotional Resilience • Amazon Business $11.53 1 $11.53
Motivational Cards: 100 Inspirational, Kindness, Motivational and Quote Cards. Business Card Size - 2.5x3.5 inches (Pack of 100) • Amazon Business $11.35 1 $11.35
Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids: 60 Fun Activities to Help Children Self-Regulate, Focus, and Succeed (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
PP PHIMOTA Sensory Toys Set 55 Pack, Stress Relief Fidget Hand Toys for Adults and Kids, Sensory Fidget and Squeeze Widget for Relaxing Therapy - Perfect for ADHD Add Anxiety Autism • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Jinei 300 Motivational Cards Inspirational Cards Positive Affirmation Cards Small Mini Encouragement Cards for Women Students Girls Teens (Gilded Style) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Executive Functioning Workbook for Kids: 40 Fun Activities to Build Memory, Flexible Thinking, and Self-Control Skills at Home, in School, and Beyond (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.96 1 $9.96
Ninja Life Hacks: Growth Mindset Ninja Activity Book: (Mindful Activity Books for Kids, Emotions and Feelings Activity Books, Social Skills Activities for Kids, Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39
Beautyhero Peel and Stick Wallpaper 17.7 x118.1 Inch Olive Green Leaf Wallpaper Floral Contact Paper Bathroom Vinyl Removable Modern Farmhouse Sage Green Wall Paper Self Adhesive Neutral Wallpaper • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Hopeak Red Brick Wallpaper, Self-Adhesive Peel and Stick Wallpaper Waterproof and Removable Good for Home Decoration and Furniture Renovation (17.5 x 118 Inch) • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89

Materials cost

$1,174.87

Vendor shipping charges

 $25.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,247.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$220.15

Total project goal

$1,467.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,467.64

10 Donors

-$733.82

Donations toward project cost

-$623.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.07

match offer

-$733.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$623.74

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.07

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